RE: DNAAncstor Confirmation Aid essay, What is Meaning of a word--in footnote

Question

Can you clarify: "if two brothers have taken yDNA tests, both tests will appear on their father's profile, their paternal grandfather's profile, their great-grandfather's profile, etc., " it's found in footnote 1.This essay, the ACA by Dr. Tim Janzen, is almost always clear enough to make most things fairly clear, given the entire area is confusing. But the grammar of the sentence I quoted, seems unclear: how can tests show up on a person's profile? Do you mean test results relating to paternity (the example regards the yDna tests)?

That said, perhaps I need to go through the examples. I've read the essay, not deeper at this time.

I will soon have both my adult sons testing autosomally, so I also gather that nothing yet can be said of their DNA relationship because of the method of testing. To complicate matters, they have different fathers.

Answer 1

If you look at a profile you will see DNA Connections on the top right. It shows which descendants have had relevant DNA tests done. So if you look at Elizabeth you will see that I, as a direct descendant, have taken an autosomal DNA test. This allows someone who believes they may also be a descendant to find potential DNA matches to test against.